The Munk Debates Podcast
Munk Dialogue with Munk Dialogue with George Will, Ash Sarkar, Jacob Rees Mogg, and Sohrab Ahmari
Oct 30, 2023
George Will, Ash Sarkar, Jacob Rees Mogg, and Sohrab Ahmari are interviewed about the crisis of liberalism. They touch on topics such as the definition and evolution of liberalism, the positive impact of global trade, criticism of legislative bodies, views on liberalism, its failures in equality, understanding classical liberalism, and whether liberalism is the best answer.
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- Critics argue that liberalism's focus on individual freedom overlooks power imbalances in markets and leads to coercion and repression.
- Critics point out that market economies often have concentrations of power, leading to coercion and inequality.
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The Concept of Liberalism
Liberalism is a belief that power comes from the individual and goes upwards, emphasizing freedom of the individual, association, speech, and economies. It is a belief in natural rights, limited government, and the belief that government is instituted to secure rights.
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